Private Day Tour to Saqqara & Memphis with Egyptologist Guide

5.0 (5 reviews) Giza, Egypt
Duration5h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour is operated by a licensed local travel company and guided by an official Egyptologist. All bookings are personally reviewed and confirmed to ensure availability, smooth logistics, and high service quality for our guests. We prioritize quality over quantity to deliver a comfortable and well-organized private experience.

Explore the ancient wonders of Saqqara and Memphis with a licensed Egyptologist guide, visiting step pyramids, historic tombs, and iconic monuments on a private day tour.

What's included

  • Light snacks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch at local restaurant (optional)
  • Licensed Egyptologist guide
  • bottled water
  • Optional tours / shopping stops
  • Entrance fees (unless all-inclusive option selected)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Entrance fees

What to expect

  1. Memphis and Sakkara
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Memphis City, the ancient capital of Egypt, where the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx are. this City Dates back to 3100 B.C .
  2. Saqqara
    1h
    Sakkara, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for king Zoser), it is considered an important part of the process of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form
  3. Pyramid of Unas
    30m
    The pyramid of Unas (Egyptian: Nfr swt Wnjs "Beautiful are the places of Unas") is a smooth-sided pyramid built in the 24th century BC for the Egyptian pharaoh Unas, the ninth and final king of the Fifth Dynasty.[9][a] It is the smallest Old Kingdom pyramid, but significant due to the discovery of Pyramid Texts, spells for the king's afterlife incised into the walls of its subterranean chambers. Inscribed for the first time in Unas's pyramid, the tradition of funerary texts carried on in the pyramids of subsequent rulers, through to the end of the Old Kingdom, and into the Middle Kingdom through the Coffin Texts that form the basis of the Book of the Dead.
  4. Pyramid of Teti
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    The Pyramid of Teti, located in Saqqara, Egypt, is a captivating ancient structure built as the final resting place for Pharaoh Teti. Standing as a testament to the ingenuity and architectural prowess of the Old Kingdom, this pyramid attracts visitors from around the world with its impressive size and historical significance. Explore the chambers and corridors of this pyramid to uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt and immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic landmark.
  5. Mastaba of Ti
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    The Mastaba of Ti is one of the most important archaeological sites of Saqqara. The mastaba was discovered by Auguste Mariette.
    The mastaba contains two serdabs. The walls of the tomb show various scenes of everyday life.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Hotel pickup from Cairo or Giza. Our driver will contact you via WhatsApp before pickup and meet you at the hotel reception, holding a sign with your name.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Paradise perfumes palace & Key of life Papyrus Flower cotton store & Memphis Hand made carpets
  • Enjoy the tour with 20-minute stops at each location: explore natural oils and soft Egyptian cotton at Paradise Perfumes & Flower Cotton, watch papyrus making and view traditional artwork at Key of Life Papyrus, and see skilled artisans hand-weaving rugs at the local school Handmade Carpets.
  • Enjoy government stops where to find high-quality souvenirs guaranteed by the Egyptian government
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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